Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi vs Apple iPad Pro M4
Verdict: The Apple iPad Pro M4 wins with its Tandem OLED display delivering up to 1000 nits full-screen brightness and the M4 chip offering 20-30% better sustained performance than the M2 per early reviews from Notebookcheck and RTINGS. The M2 remains a strong value at $899 MSRP for users who do not need the latest screen technology. The M4 justifies its $999 price for professionals prioritizing display quality and efficiency.
Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi lists at $899 while Apple iPad Pro M4 lists at $999 — Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi undercuts Apple iPad Pro M4 by $100 (11%).
Winner: Apple iPad Pro M4
Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi: 7/10
Apple iPad Pro M4: 9/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi | Apple iPad Pro M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 11-inch Liquid Retina | 11-inch or 13-inch Tandem OLED Ultra Retina XDR |
| Processor | M2 with 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU | M4 with 9-core or 10-core CPU and 10-core GPU |
| Storage | 256GB | — |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi
What works
- Lower MSRP of $899 compared to newer model
- Still delivers strong performance for productivity and media
- Compact 11-inch form factor with solid build quality
What doesn't
- Liquid Retina display lacks the brightness and contrast of OLED
- Older chip with lower efficiency than current M4
Apple iPad Pro M4
What works
- Superior Tandem OLED display with higher brightness and contrast
- Faster and more efficient M4 chip for demanding tasks
- Landscape front camera and advanced camera system
What doesn't
- Higher starting MSRP of $999
- Base RAM options start at 8GB with upgrades available
Bottom line
Our pick: Apple iPad Pro M4. It edges out the alternative on superior tandem oled display with higher brightness and contrast. That said, Apple iPad Pro 11 M2 256GB Wi-Fi still wins on lower msrp of $899 compared to newer model — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.
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